Pedra

/ PEH-drah /
Gender
Boy
Origin
🇨🇻 Cape Verde
Religion
Christianity
First Seen
—
Trait
Resilient

Meaning & Etymology

Represents a stone, symbolizing resilience and permanence.

Represents a stone, symbolizing resilience and permanence.

Etymology

Derived from the Portuguese word pedra, meaning ‘stone’.

Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance

Cultural context

In Cape Verde, the name Pedra is associated with the strength and enduring nature of stones, reflecting the resilience of the Cape Verdean people in the face of challenges.

Symbolism

The name Pedra symbolizes resilience, strength, and permanence, embodying the enduring spirit of the Cape Verdean people.

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